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Revolutionary Or Deceptive? China's Robotic Fish Raise Eyebrows
Social media reactions range from demands for refunds to support for reducing live animal captivity. This follows a similar instance at Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park in 2022.
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Octopuses May Become Earth's Next Dominant Species if Humans Go Extinct, Claims New Study
Experts believe octopuses could rise as the dominant species on Earth if humans were to face extinction, due to factors like climate change or war. With their advanced intelligence, adaptability, and ability to use tools, octopuses are seen as prime candidates for developing complex societies. While unlikely to fully adapt to land life, they could ...
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Scientists Discover World's Largest Coral Discovered in Solomon Islands
A giant coral reef, the largest ever recorded, has been discovered in the Solomon Islands, measuring 111 feet wide and 104 feet long. This reef is estimated to be 300-500 years old, offering a vital habitat for marine life. Scientists are concerned about the threats it faces, including overfishing and climate change, both of which could jeopardize ...
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RMIT University Develops Satellite Technology to Identify Plastic Waste on Beaches
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a satellite tool that can detect plastic waste on beaches from over 600 km above the Earth. This innovative technology uses variations in light reflection to identify plastic debris, offering a new approach to tackle the growing issue of plastic pollution. With millions of tonnes of plastic entering oc...
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Meet Quaestio Simpsonorum: The Oldest Asymmetrical Animal Found in Australia
A recent study has identified Quaestio simpsonorum, a 555-million-year-old asymmetrical animal found in Australia’s Nilpena Ediacara National Park. This creature, which moved like a primitive vacuum cleaner, featured a unique backward question-mark shape on its back, representing a significant evolutionary development. Fossilised tracks suggest i...
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In A First In Saudi Arabia, Couple Gets Married Underwater In The Red Sea
Notably, the couple are avid divers and that's why they opted for an extraordinary underwater setting to begin their life together.
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Animal Life Discovered Underground Near Hydrothermal Vents in the Deep Pacific Seabed
Recent deep-sea explorations have unveiled a remarkable ecosystem thriving beneath the Pacific Ocean's floor. Scientists deployed a remotely operated vehicle to investigate hydrothermal vent sites along the East Pacific Rise, where two tectonic plates diverge. Beneath the seafloor, they discovered cavities harboring giant tubeworms—the largest wo...
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Humpback Whale Freed From Entanglement After 22-Hour Rescue In Sydney
A juvenile humpback whale was freed Friday after it was entangled in ropes and buoys in the harbour of Australia's largest city for 22 hours.
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Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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How Rise In Ocean Temperatures Is Threatening Marine Life
Since April, the world has seen record high ocean temperatures and that's bad news for the plants and animals that call the ocean home.
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12 Pilot Whales Euthanised After Mass Stranding On Scotland Beach
A dozen whales that survived a mass stranding this week off the northeast coast of Scotland had to be put down, a British marine life rescue charity has said.
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"Difficult Situation": Over 70 Pilot Whales Found Stranded On Scotland Island
Scores of whales washed ashore in a "mass stranding" in Scotland's Orkney archipelago on Thursday, a British marine life rescue charity said.
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Palak Tiwari Enjoyed An Iconic Japanese Meal And Marine Life Views At This Legendary Hotel In Dubai
Palak Tiwari made the most of her luxury holiday in Dubai with one-of-a-kind experiences
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Video Of Woman's Close Encounter With Octopus Goes Viral
Capturing footage or images of marine life entails a considerable amount of risk due to the challenging and unpredictable nature of the underwater environment.
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Scientists Say Finding Alien Life In Universe Is "Only A Matter Of Time"
Webb found a possible sign of gas that is produced by simple marine organisms detected in the atmosphere of a planet named K2-18b
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Revolutionary Or Deceptive? China's Robotic Fish Raise Eyebrows
Social media reactions range from demands for refunds to support for reducing live animal captivity. This follows a similar instance at Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park in 2022.
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Octopuses May Become Earth's Next Dominant Species if Humans Go Extinct, Claims New Study
Experts believe octopuses could rise as the dominant species on Earth if humans were to face extinction, due to factors like climate change or war. With their advanced intelligence, adaptability, and ability to use tools, octopuses are seen as prime candidates for developing complex societies. While unlikely to fully adapt to land life, they could ...
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Scientists Discover World's Largest Coral Discovered in Solomon Islands
A giant coral reef, the largest ever recorded, has been discovered in the Solomon Islands, measuring 111 feet wide and 104 feet long. This reef is estimated to be 300-500 years old, offering a vital habitat for marine life. Scientists are concerned about the threats it faces, including overfishing and climate change, both of which could jeopardize ...
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RMIT University Develops Satellite Technology to Identify Plastic Waste on Beaches
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a satellite tool that can detect plastic waste on beaches from over 600 km above the Earth. This innovative technology uses variations in light reflection to identify plastic debris, offering a new approach to tackle the growing issue of plastic pollution. With millions of tonnes of plastic entering oc...
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Meet Quaestio Simpsonorum: The Oldest Asymmetrical Animal Found in Australia
A recent study has identified Quaestio simpsonorum, a 555-million-year-old asymmetrical animal found in Australia’s Nilpena Ediacara National Park. This creature, which moved like a primitive vacuum cleaner, featured a unique backward question-mark shape on its back, representing a significant evolutionary development. Fossilised tracks suggest i...
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In A First In Saudi Arabia, Couple Gets Married Underwater In The Red Sea
Notably, the couple are avid divers and that's why they opted for an extraordinary underwater setting to begin their life together.
-
Animal Life Discovered Underground Near Hydrothermal Vents in the Deep Pacific Seabed
Recent deep-sea explorations have unveiled a remarkable ecosystem thriving beneath the Pacific Ocean's floor. Scientists deployed a remotely operated vehicle to investigate hydrothermal vent sites along the East Pacific Rise, where two tectonic plates diverge. Beneath the seafloor, they discovered cavities harboring giant tubeworms—the largest wo...
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Humpback Whale Freed From Entanglement After 22-Hour Rescue In Sydney
A juvenile humpback whale was freed Friday after it was entangled in ropes and buoys in the harbour of Australia's largest city for 22 hours.
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Climate Change Could Make Earth's Oldest Microorganisms Dominant in Oceans, Study Reveals
New research highlights a significant shift in marine ecosystems due to climate change. Prokaryotes, the oldest and smallest microorganisms on Earth, are expected to become more dominant as ocean temperatures rise. These microorganisms, which include bacteria and archaea, play a crucial role in marine nutrient cycles and food chains. However, their...
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How Rise In Ocean Temperatures Is Threatening Marine Life
Since April, the world has seen record high ocean temperatures and that's bad news for the plants and animals that call the ocean home.
-
12 Pilot Whales Euthanised After Mass Stranding On Scotland Beach
A dozen whales that survived a mass stranding this week off the northeast coast of Scotland had to be put down, a British marine life rescue charity has said.
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"Difficult Situation": Over 70 Pilot Whales Found Stranded On Scotland Island
Scores of whales washed ashore in a "mass stranding" in Scotland's Orkney archipelago on Thursday, a British marine life rescue charity said.
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Palak Tiwari Enjoyed An Iconic Japanese Meal And Marine Life Views At This Legendary Hotel In Dubai
Palak Tiwari made the most of her luxury holiday in Dubai with one-of-a-kind experiences
-
Video Of Woman's Close Encounter With Octopus Goes Viral
Capturing footage or images of marine life entails a considerable amount of risk due to the challenging and unpredictable nature of the underwater environment.
-
Scientists Say Finding Alien Life In Universe Is "Only A Matter Of Time"
Webb found a possible sign of gas that is produced by simple marine organisms detected in the atmosphere of a planet named K2-18b
